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2026 Carlton Dry 3.5% Port Macquarie Cup Carnival 9th & 10th of October

Next year's Cup will be run on Friday 9th October. The meeting will host 8 races with $500,000 in prizemoney including the feature race the $200,000 Carlton Dry 3.5% Port Macquarie Cup over 2000 metres. The Port Macquarie Cup is a Big Dance eligibility race with the winner granted an automatic entry into the $3 Million Big Dance held at Randwick on the first Tuesday in November. Port Macquarie Cup Day is one of the Mid-North Coast's premier events and is the perfect opportunity to dress up and enjoy Port Macquarie's social event of the year.  We back up the following day with another quality race program of country racing.

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<b>Panthers Port Macquarie Queen of the North Race Day</b><div><b>Friday 23rd January 2026</b></div>

Panthers Port Macquarie Queen of the North Race Day
Friday 23rd January 2026

The Queen of the North feature race is one of the highlights of our racing summer. 
The $65,000 Feature for Fillies and Mares will once again be sponsored by proud race club supporters and sponsor Port Macquarie Panthers. 
Entry for this meeting is just $7 for adults and $5 for concession holders.
Char Bar Catering will be serving up some amazing food, and we will have TAB facilities and Bookmakers available to ensure an enjoyable day for all patrons.
Reserved Seating in our air-conditioned Ivan Livermore Stand is still available from $5 per person for Members ($10 for Non-Members) please call the office on (02) 6581 1964 or email us at [email protected] for any enquiries or to reserve your seat.

<div><b>Team Good Thanks Mystery Box Rally Race Day</b></div><div><b>Sunday 8th February 2026</b></div>

Team Good Thanks Mystery Box Rally Race Day
Sunday 8th February 2026

Join us for a very special charity race day in support of the Cancer Council, as we come together to raise vital funds and awareness for an incredible cause.
Enjoy an unforgettable day at the races with Luncheon tickets available for $175, featuring a special guest appearance by Andrew “Joey” Johns, finger food and a beverage on arrival, making this a must-attend event for racing and sporting fans alike.
💛 Every ticket sold helps support the important work of the Cancer Council.
🎟 Tickets & Enquiries:
To secure your luncheon tickets, please contact Ali and Scott:
📞 0418 444 248
General Admission is a Gold Coin Donation
Gates open at 11:30am 
Reserved Seating in our air-conditioned Ivan Livermore Stand is still available from $5 per person for Members ($10 for Non-Members) please call the office on (02) 6581 1964 or email us at [email protected] for any enquiries or to reserve your seat.
<b>Evergreen Turf MNCRA Country Championships Qualifier</b><div><b>Sunday 22nd February 2026</b></div>

Evergreen Turf MNCRA Country Championships Qualifier
Sunday 22nd February 2026

Get set for one of the most exciting country race days of the year! The Evergreen Turf Country Championships returns to Port Macquarie Race Club on Sunday, 22 February 2026, with thrilling racing, live entertainment, fashions on the field, great food and drink, and a brilliant atmosphere for friends and families alike. This event is part of the prestigious NSW Country Championships series, with top regional trainers and horses competing for their place in the $1 million Evergreen Turf Country Championships Final at Royal Randwick.
Whether you’re after a premium hospitality experience, a relaxed picnic with friends, or just a fun day at the races, we’ve got the perfect ticket for you. Gates open at 11:30am — come join us trackside!
Event Details
When: Sunday, 22 February 2026
Gate Open Time: 11:30 am
Where: Port Macquarie Race Club, 283 Oxley Highway, Port Macquarie NSW
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Port Macquarie Race Club is the leading club on the New South Wales Mid North Coast . Conveniently located 2.5 km from both the Port Macquarie CBD and Airport, 5 hours north of Sydney and approx 2 hours from Newcastle (all dual carriageway).

Track Layout

The track is a sand based Kikuyu turf track 1580 metres in circumference with cambered turns and a 350m straight run to the post. 

Race distances are 1000m, 1100m, 1200m, 1500m, 1800m and 2000m. 

History

The current layout opened in 1968 (reconstructed in 2015) was based on the old Rosebery track. Symmetrical layout consisting of 2 x two furlong turns and 2 x two furlong straights.

(Furlong = 220 yards or approximately 200 metres)

Events

PMRC conducts 21 TAB race meetings annually and hosts a further 2 race meetings conducted by the Wauchope Jockey Club.  The annual Port Macquarie Cup 2000m is conducted on the Friday following the Labour Day long weekend in October and preceded by the Cup Prelude 1800m, the last Sunday in September.
Outside of the Cup the most popular racedays are New Years Day and Easter Saturday.  A feature Fillies and Mares event the $65,000 Queen of the North is held in late January each year.

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